Disability Support Worker

Who We Are

For more than 130 years, The Salvation Army has served people in need in communities across Canada and Bermuda. Building on our roots as a world-wide Christian church, each year we help more than 2 million people, providing necessities such as food, clothing and shelter. In addition, we support people experiencing unemployment, addiction and family challenges. We continually adapt and innovate to meet emerging needs and live out our mission, vision and values of hope, service, dignity and stewardship. As a faith- and values-based organization, we hire and serve people of all backgrounds and walks of life - there is a place for everyone to belong here.

Mission Statement

The Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ, meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world.

Job Description:

POSITION PURPOSE SUMMARY: The role focuses on providing support in delivery and coordination of various social programs.

ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Responsible to ensure that all individuals are treated with dignity and respect and are encouraged to make their own choices.
• Provide personal care support, such as bathing, catheter care, incontinence care, oral care, grooming etc. when required.
• Provide day/evening program supports to individuals as per approved shift in the community.
• Ensure that prescribed medication is properly dispensed and documented as required.
• Ensure a safe and healthy environment for individuals.
• Be able to perform lifts and transfer assistance as required and have the knowledge on how to operate the mechanical equipment used in transfers.
• Follow policies as outlined by The Salvation Army START Program.
• Ensure procedures in Behavioural Support Plans are followed through where applicable.
• Demonstrate knowledge and success in training related to behaviour plans where applicable.
• Assist individuals with household chores, meal preparation/grocery shopping as required.
• Review the list of tasks in the group home that needs to be completed daily.
• Provide transportation to and from appointments and events as required, as per transportation agreement.
• Attend events and programming with individuals as they request. Participate/engage individuals in activities of interest.
• Participate in Group Home or Individual fire drills/emergency preparedness training.
• Ensure CET Standards and Policy and Procedures are followed.
• Assist individuals with their budgets & money saving goals.
• Must be flexible & adapt to changing schedules on short notice.
• May be required to manage environmental challenges i.e., snow/rain/ice/smoke and fire while transporting individuals in wheelchairs or with limited mobility.
• Staff may experience some form of verbal or physical aggression while carrying out job functions.
• Responsible to be a positive role model to individuals & the community.
• Assist individuals to find meaningful activities & community inclusion.
• Assist, support and encourage individuals to achieve their personal goals through the development of basic living and related skills.
• Be aware of the individual’s physical, social, and recreational environments, and taking action to maximize participation/inclusion.
• Assist, support and encourage individuals to exercise their rights and responsibilities to make life choices.
• Being a liaison for Individuals seeking employment as outlined in their Individual Support Plan.
• Creating a therapeutic rapport with Individuals that respects professional boundaries.
• Swimming is a requirement for all employees.
• Other duties as required by your supervisor/management.

Communication

• Follow through with relevant goals and documentation.
• Complete Behavioural incident reports within 24 hours and forward to Program Specialist.
• Complete Critical Incident reports- forward to appropriate Coordinator, Team Lead and START Program Director.
• Ability to document quarterly reports as required in a clear and concise manner.
• Attend mandatory staff meetings and trainings as required.
• Ability to communicate with Guardians through employees Salvation Army email or land lines when required.
• Ensure all timesheets and mileage claims are completed and given to supervisor by the cutoff deadline.

CRITICAL RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT

• Internal: Start Program individuals
• External: Community Partners and relationships

MANAGERIAL/Technical Leadership RESPONSIBILITY:

Reports directly to: Team Lead

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Working environment is typically in the group homes or in the Community, within the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo.

Education, Qualifications and Certifications:

Relevant certificate/diploma in Human Services &/or 3 years’ experience working with Adult Individuals living with developmental disabilities.

Experience and Skilled Knowledge Requirements

• Experience providing care and support adult Individuals living with developmental disabilities.
• Experience with the usage of Assistive Equipment and Environmental Interventions.
• Computer knowledge and report writing.

Mandatory requirements Prior to starting position with the START Program:

• First Aid/CPR